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Dr Ammishaddai doesn’t have a contract to be GRA boss; declare him persona non grata – Sam George
Ningo Prampram MP, Sam George is urging Parliament to declare Rev. Dr. Ammishaddai Owusu-Amoah, the Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), persona non grata.
He contends that since October 2021, the GRA boss has been without a contract with the government after reaching retirement age, implying that he is working unlawfully.
Sam George argues that the continuous tenure of Rev. Dr Owusu-Amoah in office could potentially lead to financial loss for the state if any entity he engages in takes legal action against him.
In an interview with Citi FM on Tuesday, January 30, Sam George revealed his plan to officially write to the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, and the finance committee of Parliament, urging them not to entertain Rev. Dr. Owusu-Amoah in the house any longer.
“I’m writing officially to the President [Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo], and we will demand a response from him.
“I will be raising this with the Speaker [Alban Bagbin] as well as when Parliament reconvenes, drawing the attention of the Speaker and the finance committee to the fact that Dr Ammishaddai Owusu-Amoah must be declared persona non grata before PAC.
“We should not entertain someone who has no legal basis. If the government will not do the right thing, Parliament should not entertain GRA again in Parliament.”
GRA Commissioner-General of engaging in ‘dubious and unscrupulous’ contracts, questioning why he has remained at post after reaching retirement age.
“He [GRA boss] has engaged in several dubious and unscrupulous contracts. The whole country knows about the $100 SML contract.
“He has been used to carry out all the illegalities for Ken Ofori-Atta [Finance Minister]. Why have they kept Dr. Ammishaddai Owusu-Amoah in the post, if not that he’s facilitating corruption and blatant stealing at GRA? This must be a cause of worry for all of us,” he alleged.
Rev. Dr. Ammishaddai Owusu-Amoah has already admitted that he has been working for two years without a contract.
The GRA Boss came under scrutiny at the Public Accounts Committee sitting on Monday, January 29, 2024, when the Minority in Parliament raised concerns over his retirement.
Source: Myjoyonline.com
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Many SOEs have been used as mere instruments for personal wealth accumulation –Pres.Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has expressed concern over the misuse of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) for personal financial gain by individuals in leadership positions.
Speaking during a meeting with Chief Executives of specified entities under the State Interest and Governance Authority (SIGA) on Thursday, March 13, the President directly attributed the dire state of SOEs to their leadership, accusing chief executives, management teams, and governing boards of prioritising personal enrichment over organisational efficiency.
He pointed to bloated budgets, unjustified allowances, and unnecessary expenditures as factors draining public funds while SOEs continue to rely on government bailouts.
“Many SOEs have been used as mere instruments for personal wealth accumulation by appointees. The chief executives, management, and boards of these enterprises are responsible for this situation. Some SOEs have become perennial loss-makers, draining public funds with bloated budgets, unjustified allowances, and unnecessary expenditures while relying on government bailouts as if entitled to them. Many of these entities are at their lowest point in the entire history of the Fourth Republic,” he said.
President Mahama further noted that many SOEs have been plagued by inefficiencies, corruption, and mismanagement, leading to consistent financial losses. He cited the 2023 State Ownership Report by the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA), which highlighted systemic inefficiencies and wasteful expenditures within these entities.
He therefore reaffirmed his commitment to reforming under-performing SOEs and ensuring they serve national interests.
He warned that loss-making SOEs will no longer be tolerated and will either be merged, privatised, or closed.
“I will assess you based on your performance. If you do not align with the pace of the reset agenda, you may be asked to step aside. If that adds to the horror movie, so be it,” he added.
Source: Myjoyonline.com
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Prophet Courage Heavens set to launch ‘Predestination’ book on March 23
Prophet Courage A. Heavens is set to launch the much-awaited book titled ‘Predestination’ on Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 5:00PM.
The launch, which is expected to impact lives, will take place at Crossgates Ministries, Flattop, off N1 Highway, opposite Angel Hauz.
The book is aimed at addressing the way people struggle to understand how free will and destiny align.
It is also aimed at providing clarity on God’s sovereignty and one’s place in His divine plan.
The various chapters of the book address various issues through scriptures and personal stories.
Committed to impacting society, part of the proceeds from the book will go into Courage Heavens Education Legacy (CHEL), an educational foundation transforming lives.
CHEL is dedicated to providing financial support and mentorship to brilliant but needy students, ensuring they have access to quality education and opportunities for a better future.
Prophet Courage Heavens is a prolific writer and previously authored Eli Eli Lama Sabachthani, a powerful book that encourages unwavering faith in times of trials.
In addition, he has written seven more prophetic and life-changing books that are yet to be published.
He is dedicated to raising the next generation for impactful ministry. As the leader of Crossgates Ministries, he nurtures believers in faith and purpose.
